Friday, February 27
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
Capital markets for geoscientists and engineers
This course is led by geologists with deep industry and capital markets experience. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the intersection of corp…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Capital markets for geoscientists and engineers
Presenter(s): Dale Mah, Endeavour Silver Corp.,Neil Adshead, Cupel Advisory Corp.
Location
Room 716
Time
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Duration
2 days
February
27 28
Session
Applied structural geology in exploration and mining: A Canadian focus
Structural geology plays a pivotal role in the formation, modification, and distribution of mineral deposits. It impacts exploration, resource estimat…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Applied structural geology in exploration and mining: A Canadian focus
Presenter(s): Simon Craggs, SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc.
Location
Room 801
Time
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
Public geoscience and geodata science-based mineral exploration: Data sourcing, theory and practice
Data accumulates from exploration. Geodata is becoming bigger and more complex. There is also an unprecedented demand for minerals, driven by modern c…
Presentations
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Public geoscience and geodata science-based mineral exploration: Data sourcing, theory and practice
Presenter(s): Julie Bourdeau, Geological Survey of Canada,Christopher Lawley, Carleton University,Dianne Mitchinson, Geological Survey of Canada,Mohammad Parsasadr, Geological Survey of Canada,Steven Zhang, Geological Survey of Canada
Location
Room 714
Time
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
From exploration to closure: ESG in the mining cycle
ESG considerations are transforming the mining industry, from exploration to closure. Faced with growing pressure from investors, regulators, Indigeno…
Location
Room 713
Time
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, February 28
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Short Courses
Duration
2 days
February
27 28
Session
Applied structural geology in exploration and mining: A Canadian focus
Structural geology plays a pivotal role in the formation, modification, and distribution of mineral deposits. It impacts exploration, resource estimat…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Applied structural geology in exploration and mining: A Canadian focus
Presenter(s): Simon Craggs, SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc.
Location
Room 801
Time
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
Applications of gravity and integrated interpretation for exploration
The gravity method is a geophysical technique that involves measuring the Earth’s gravitational field to infer subsurface density variations. In combi…
Presentations
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Applications of gravity and integrated interpretation for exploration
Presenter(s): Sharon Lowe, Southern Geoscience Consultants
Location
Room 716
Time
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
Know your risks: Safety, wellness, and leadership in mineral exploration
This field-oriented health and safety (H&S) course is designed to provide participants of varying experience levels with a strong understanding of…
Presentations
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Know your risks: Safety, wellness, and leadership in mineral exploration
Presenter(s): Marion Olivier, Queen's University
Location
Room 713
Time
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Short Courses
Session
Geology of deep and shallow porphyry copper deposits and implications for exploration
Porphyry copper (-gold-molybdenum) deposits are major producers of these metals and are actively explored for globally. Given this global distribution…
Presentations
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Geology of deep and shallow porphyry copper deposits and implications for exploration
Presenter(s): Federico Cernuschi, Eclectic Rock
Location
Room 714
Time
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 1
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Events & Networking
Session
Opening Ceremonies
Join Karen Rees, PDAC President and other special guests as we mark the official opening of the 2026 Convention. Open to all pass types
Presentations
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Opening Ceremonies
Location
Room 701
Time
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show North
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trade Show North
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Location
Investors Exchange, Level 800, Halls E F & G
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trade Show
Location
Trade Show, Level 800, Halls D & E
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Session
The Network: Gold Rush Gathering
Forge Connections...Discover Opportunties This event promises an unforgettable evening of networking and fun. The Network: Gold Rush Gathering is wh…
Presentations
7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
The Network: Gold Rush Gathering
Location
Fairmont Royal York, Canadian Room
Time
7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Monday, March 2
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Coffee Connections
Join us each morning for a complimentary coffee to start your day off right. Connect with attendees and exhibitors as you plan your day at the convent…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Coffee Connections
Location
Room 401
Time
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trade Show
Location
Trade Show, Level 800, Halls D & E
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Caffeination Station
Be one of the first 1,000 attendees daily and receive a free coffee or tea as you stroll and visit Trade Show North exhibitors. Open to all pass typ…
Presentations
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Caffeination Station
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Location
Investors Exchange, Level 800, Halls E F & G
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
3 days
March
01 02 03
Session
Snack Shack
Craving something sweet or savory? Stop by the Snack Shack to pick up your complimentary afternoon treat! Open to all pass types
Presentations
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Snack Shack
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 3
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Coffee Connections
Join us each morning for a complimentary coffee to start your day off right. Connect with attendees and exhibitors as you plan your day at the convent…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Coffee Connections
Location
Room 401
Time
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show North
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trade Show North
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Caffeination Station
Be one of the first 1,000 attendees daily and receive a free coffee or tea as you stroll and visit Trade Show North exhibitors. Open to all pass typ…
Presentations
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Caffeination Station
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show
Presentations
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Trade Show
Location
Trade Show, Level 800, Halls D & E
Time
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
3 days
March
01 02 03
Session
Snack Shack
Craving something sweet or savory? Stop by the Snack Shack to pick up your complimentary afternoon treat! Open to all pass types
Presentations
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Snack Shack
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 4
Program Area
Session
Location
Time
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Coffee Connections
Join us each morning for a complimentary coffee to start your day off right. Connect with attendees and exhibitors as you plan your day at the convent…
Presentations
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Coffee Connections
Location
Room 401
Time
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Program Area
Events & Networking
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Caffeination Station
Be one of the first 1,000 attendees daily and receive a free coffee or tea as you stroll and visit Trade Show North exhibitors. Open to all pass typ…
Presentations
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Caffeination Station
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Presentations
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Investors Exchange, Core Shack, Prospectors Tent
Location
Investors Exchange, Level 800, Halls E F & G
Time
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show
Presentations
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trade Show
Location
Trade Show, Level 800, Halls D & E
Time
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Program Area
Exhibits
Duration
4 days
March
01 02 03 04
Session
Trade Show North
Presentations
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trade Show North
Location
Trade Show North, Level 300
Time
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.